1972 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Honda CR-V is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 452 kg more than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Honda |
| Model | GT | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 99 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 58 L |
